UPSC Geography The origin and evolution of the earth Question Bank Universe / Sun / Planets / Earth

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    Which one of the following is the reason due to which the wind in the southern hemisphere is detected towards its left?       [CDS 2016-II]

    A)  Difference in the water masses of northern and southern hemisphere

    B)  Temperature and pressure variations

    C)  Inclined axis of the Earth

    D)  Rotation of the Earth

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     The anti-clock wise rotation of Earth deflects winds to the right in the northern hemisphere and to the left in the southern hemisphere.


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